This resource is designed to help you understand how Listed.Black works, how to effectively use our services, and how you can contribute to our community-driven platform. Whether you’re looking to report malicious IP addresses, check the status of an IP, or integrate our API with your security tools, this FAQ will provide the essential information you need.
What is Listed.Black?
Listed.Black is a community-driven platform where users can report and check IP addresses involved in malicious activities such as hacking, spamming, or scanning. Our database helps webmasters, system administrators, and security professionals identify and block potentially harmful IP addresses.
How does Listed.Black work?
Listed.Black relies on Edgewatch Explorer datasets and user reports to build a comprehensive database of IP addresses involved in suspicious or malicious activities. Users can query the database to check if an IP address has been reported for abusive behavior. Additionally, our free API allows for seamless integration with various security tools, enabling automated reporting and checking.
How can I use the Listed.Black API?
To use the Listed.Black API, you need to sign up for an account at Listed.Black and obtain an API key. The API can be used to report IP addresses or check if an IP address has been reported by others. Detailed API documentation and usage examples are available in the Listed.Black Knowledge Base.
What kinds of activities should I report?
You should report any IP addresses involved in:
Spamming: Sending unsolicited or bulk emails.
Hacking Attempts: Attempted intrusions into your system.
Vulnerability Scanning: Unauthorized scans for open ports or vulnerabilities.
Abusive Behavior: Any other actions that compromise the security and integrity of your systems.
For a full list of reportable activities and the corresponding categories, please refer to our Knowledge Base.
Spamming: Sending unsolicited or bulk emails.
Hacking Attempts: Attempted intrusions into your system.
Vulnerability Scanning: Unauthorized scans for open ports or vulnerabilities.
Abusive Behavior: Any other actions that compromise the security and integrity of your systems.
For a full list of reportable activities and the corresponding categories, please refer to our Knowledge Base.
How do I report an IP address?
You can report an IP address manually by logging into your account on Listed.Black and using the reporting tool. Alternatively, you can automate the process using our API. Integrating tools like Fail2Ban with Listed.Black allows for automatic reporting of abusive IPs detected on your systems.
Can I integrate Listed.Black with Fail2Ban?
Yes, Listed.Black can be integrated with Fail2Ban to automatically report IP addresses that engage in malicious activities on your system. This helps contribute to the community-driven database and enhances the security of your systems. A detailed guide for integrating Fail2Ban with Listed.Black can be found in our Knowledge Base.